I'm a BZ shelf junkie and can attest to its usefulness ... and cool-factor.
It folds easily when the pop top is moved up/down. Very useful storage
area when camped. Nice towel rack/wine goblet holder too.

An aside feature ... when camped with the sun at the front of the van,
the shelf can be folded vertically when the top is up and the front
window "open", for shade. Nice air circulation yet shade from the sun
drenching the interior. I've hung a towel over it as well to create more
shade area while keeping the window completely unzipped for air circulation.

bob

On Fri, Jan 8, 2010 at 12:36 PM, Tom Buese <tombuese@comcast.net> wrote:

> For anyone going to BBB next week, I have the infamous BZ Shelves in
> stock in both clear & grey that I could bring to Lake Havasu City if
> you desire said product for your Westy.
> Show Special-no shipping ($20-25) & $5 off each shelf. Limited to
> stock on hand.
>
> It doesn't get any cheaper than that unless you make your own(which
> you can based on plans I posted on the Vanagon wiki).
>
> I will even personally autograph your shelf, help you install it in
> your Westy at BBB.
>
> If you are not familar w/ the BZ Shelf, here is more info:
>
>
> http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=628406
>
>
> I have now made/sold more than 50 of these little hummers w/ only 1
> unhappy camper!(too short/weak to put it up or take it down?), so if
> you are strong enough to put your poptop up/down, you can have your
> very own BZ Shelf.
>
> Let moi know if you want one.
>
> YMMV,
>
> Mr. BZ-cool Vanagon trades welcome
>